Apprentice Packaging Technologist Review

by Premier Foods

Rating

8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I mainly work in the admin building. On a day to day basis, my tasks include filing QIRs, approving artwork and joining meetings. Otherwise I may be found in the factory observing trials and looking into material quality issues. This has been difficult due to covid.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

yes. I have developed my communication skills, and in the 8 months I have been here I have learnt a lot about the manufacturing industry.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme as the content is interesting, and the people at the company are all very friendly and welcoming.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Mainly, my programme is organised. However, there have been times where I have been slightly left in the dark, but I believe this was mainly due to Covid.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have a good mentor who is very willing to help, and my HR Representative is always very supportive.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My work based learning coach is very supportive as are my lecturers. However I do find some more supportive than others.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I think over time it will become more clear how the course information links to my job, and I am already making connections between the knowledge I am learning and the tasks I am performing in the work place.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There is a social club which I have not joined. Nothing is happening at the moment due to Covid restrictions which have been in place since I joined in September.

5/10

9a. Would you recommend Premier Foods to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Friendly working environment, and everyone is willing to help if you are struggling.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Premier Foods?

Do not be nervous. Everyone is kind and welcoming.